The Agricultural Practices of Pre-Columbian Tribes in the Northeast Were

question 4

Multiple Choice

The agricultural practices of pre-Columbian tribes in the Northeast were characterized by

• A) extensive irrigation systems.
• B) the development of metal-tipped plows.
• C) a sacred respect for trees that kept people from cutting them down.
• D) a rapid exploitation of the land.
• E) an emphasis on tobacco cultivation.

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Definitions:

Solomon Asch

A psychologist best known for his research on social conformity, demonstrating how group pressure can influence individual judgment and behaviors.

Conformity

A change in behavior or belief as a result of real or imagined group pressure.

Group Pressure

The influence exerted by a group on individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors with group norms, often leading to conformity.

Task Difficulty

The level of effort and skill required to successfully complete a task or solve a problem.